Barre class is a rigorous workout that blends elements from ballet, pilates and yoga and the primary equipment is the bar. Barre was created in London by a ballerina as a rehabilitation exercises after a back injury. The exercise technique addresses multiple areas of your body including your arms, legs, core, and glutes. Barre is usually offered in class settings and novices receive close instruction from an instructor (Check out our Beginner Barre). The method is low […]
Pranayama is defined as controlled deep rhythmic breathing. The underlying principle of this practice aims to form a relationship amongst one’s emotion and breathing. To put it differently, breathing affects emotion and emotions are affective on breathing. The Caravan Wellness video Alternate Nostril Breathing is an exercise inspired by this yogic technique, with benefits that effect mindfulness-based therapeutic interventions, particularly with students (Singh). According to the 2018 mindful breath awareness study using 22 University of Manchester students, the state of wellbeing is the incorporation of an individual’s physical, mental and emotional health faculties. Participants of the research study were […]
When we think of being active and healthy, we focus on going on runs, walks, and maybe doing some weight lifting. Many times, stretching is overlooked and not done as frequently. What many of us don’t realize is that stretching is just as important and beneficial for our bodies. Muscle tightness occurs not only when […]
Aromatherapy is the use of aromatic compounds derived from plants into essential oils for use topically, massages and baths. The aromatherapy history dates back several centuries, and its use is embedded in the cultural histories in both an art and science. Aromatherapy been used for its psychological and physical benefits for more than a thousand […]
Decorating your home with an abundance of deep green plants can be very appealing to the eye. However, there’s more to them than just the aesthetics. People that surround themselves with plants feel more comfortable, soothed, and natural afterwards. They can make you feel overall more positive since they brighten up the room. Having plants […]
Unleash the power of your breath Does it look a little funky? Maybe feel sort of silly? Yep. Does it have life changing benefits? Double yep. Breath of Fire (Kapalabhati) involves creating equal inhales and exhales in a rapid and rhythmic patten. Check out Breath of Fire to see how it’s done. This seemingly odd practice has astonishing […]
Eating healthy can seem like a chore that takes a lot of effort. What we don’t realize is that our kitchen cabinets are holding essential ingredients that can help our bodies in a variety of ways. Spices have many wonderful assets that aid our health and leave us feeling great. Here are some of the […]
We’ve all heard the classics. Take your vitamins, eat your vegetables, wash your hands – and you won’t get sick. At Caravan, we encourage you to go above and beyond, and take every precaution to build up that first line of defense – the immune system. How can you build immunity from the inside? Fitness: Regular […]
Self-care is more vital than ever right now. As we all stay home in attempts to flatten the curve, our regular wellness routines might seem a little out of whack. At Caravan we know that to find balance during difficult times we must commit to daily practices involving the mind/body/spirit. In light of Coronavirus, we […]
Interested in how CARAVAN can better your company’s stress and employee satisfaction rates? First, let’s look at some information discussing the benefits of a corporate wellness program. A 2012 study was conducted at a Malaysian telecommunication company researching the effect of a corporate wellness program on employee satisfaction and stress rates. 125 employees were selected for this […]